Research & Advocacy
Evidence-Based Change
Our research and advocacy work ensures our programs are effective and contributes to global knowledge on SCD and education access.
Research Focus
Our Research Areas
SCD Treatment Research
Funding clinical trials and research into new treatment options and potential cures.
Partners
Epidemiological Studies
Understanding SCD prevalence and patterns across different regions and populations.
Partners
Education Effectiveness
Research into what educational interventions work best in resource-limited settings.
Partners
Policy Analysis
Evaluating healthcare and education policies to inform advocacy efforts.
Partners
Publications
Recent Research
Sickle Cell Disease in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Analysis
African Journal of Hematology • 2024
Improving Education Access in Rural Africa
International Education Review • 2024
Community-Based SCD Screening Programs
Global Health Action • 2023
The Economic Impact of Out-of-School Children
Development Economics Quarterly • 2023
Advocacy
Driving Policy Change
Our advocacy work focuses on influencing policy at local, national, and international levels to improve outcomes for SCD patients and out-of-school children.
Key advocacy achievements include:
- Contributed to Nigeria's National SCD Control Program development
- Advocated for increased education budget allocation in 3 states
- Supported universal newborn SCD screening legislation
- Established partnerships with 15 government ministries
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Research funding enables us to develop evidence-based solutions and advocate for effective policies.
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